KeepRite Refrigeration Celebrates 80 Years in Commercial Refrigeration
Left to Right: Larry Brock, MP; Will Bouma, MPP; Vince Zolli, General Manager & Vice President of Engineering; Kevin Davis, Mayor of Brantford
BRANTFORD, Ontario — KeepRite Refrigeration proudly celebrates its 80th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 1945 in Brantford, Ontario, the company has been innovating, providing advanced refrigeration solutions to industries across the globe.
Over the past eight decades, KeepRite Refrigeration has grown from a local Canadian manufacturer into an international company, with manufacturing facilities in Brantford, Ontario and Longview, Texas. These facilities are equipped with the latest technologies, enabling world-class product design, manufacturing, and testing.
“Our commitment to engineering excellence and innovation has been the driving force behind our success for 80 years,” said John Murray, president of KeepRite Refrigeration. “From walk-in coolers/freezers and supermarkets to pharmaceutical applications and industrial cooling, our products help businesses thrive by delivering reliability, efficiency, and custom-tailored solutions.”
Leading the Transition to A2L Refrigerants
As the refrigeration industry moves toward lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, KeepRite Refrigeration is providing solutions that support the safe and effective use of A2L-classified refrigerants, such as R-454A, R-454C, and R-455A.
Designed to meet the US January 1, 2026, commercial refrigeration requirements, KeepRite Refrigeration’s next-generation condensing units and evaporators are optimized for A2L refrigerants — offering reduced environmental impact without compromising system performance.
“Our A2L-compatible platforms reflect our commitment to sustainability, regulatory compliance, and forward-thinking design,” said Murray.. “We are equipping our customers with the tools and technologies they need to stay ahead of the curve.”
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Built on Quality, Powered by People
KeepRite Refrigeration’s operations are ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring high standards of quality and consistency in every product. The company supports Customers with technically trained sales professionals and one of the most responsive aftermarket support teams in the industry.
To help refrigeration professionals design systems with precision, KeepRite has developed a powerful suite of Design Tools that streamline equipment selection and system planning.
Looking Ahead
As KeepRite Refrigeration celebrates 80 years of excellence, the company remains focused on the future — delivering sustainable, innovative, and regulation-ready refrigeration solutions.
“We’re proud of our heritage, but even more excited about what lies ahead,” added John Murray. “We’re just getting started.”
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